IMO, dating a "celebrity" is like dating any other man out here imo.
Don't get so "caught up" in his "fame" and who he is that you fail to see the REAL person that he is underneath all of the riches, the big name, and prestigiousness.
Just treat him like a
REGULAR person. He'll probably appreciate it too.
It will be hard (no doubt!), but don't get caught up!
Let him
pursue you, take you out and show you a good time. Don't make excuses for him just because he's famous. REAL men will work for the woman they are interested in. He shouldn't get a free pass just because he's a big name athlete.
It WILL be difficult if you two end up getting serious simply because the media, PR people, fans, etc. can be a real piece of work. Just ignore them and do you! You can't get too wrapped up in what people say in print or in verbal sentences. Opinions are like butt cracks. Everyone has them, and most of them stink lol.
So, don't put too much weight on what people write or say if it gets to that point.
Overall, I say....don't take anything too serioiusly, just have fun, enjoy his company, but
keep your heart open to other men as well until he says he wants to date you exclusively.
Right now, I'd say just keep it light and friendly. See where it goes.
Good luck!